California signs comprehensive tech regulation package
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Gavin Newsom, California State Government
California, USA
September 2026
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Governor Gavin Newsom signed 13 laws regulating social media and AI companies. New rules include age verification for AI chatbots and restrictions on personalized feeds for minors. The legislation aims to protect children's health and curb addictive digital features.
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